Invacare 9000 XT manual

9000 SL 9000 XT 9000 XDT 9000XT RECLINER 9000 SERIES DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR. USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual[...]

9000 Series 2 Part No. 1056953 WARNING WARN ING WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE [...]

Part No. 1056953 3 9000 Series CONTENTS CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 5 LABEL LOCATIONS ........................................................................... 6 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................[...]

9000 Series 4 Part No. 1056953 CONTENTS CONTENTS SECTION 7 - FRONT CASTERS ........................................................ 3 8 INSTALLING/REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT-INCH FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS ........... 38 REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE/TUBE ............................................................... 39 FRONT CASTER MOUNTING ADJU[...]

Part No. 1056953 5 9000 Series SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supp[...]

9000 Series 6 Part No. 1056953 IMPOR T ANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been pre-set at the factory to comply with the V eterans Administration functional S t andard 8320.01 of the Federal Register , paragraph 3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meet your needs, follow instructions below . ! CAUTION Any w heel lock adjustments [...]

Part No. 1056953 7 9000 Series 9000 SL 9000 XT Overall Width: 23 or 25-inches 21, 22, 23, 25, 27, or 29-inches Overall Depth: 43-1/2-inches (With Front Riggings) Seat Width: 16, 18 or 20-inches 14, 15, 16, 18, 20 or 22-inches Seat Depth: 16 or 18-inches 16, 17, and 18-inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR** (By Frame Style) Tall/Adult: N/A Adult/Hemi: 15-1/2 to 19-[...]

9000 Series 8 Part No. 1056953 9000 XT RECLINER 9000 XDT Overall Width: 23, 25, 27, 28, 29 or 31-inches 23, 25, 27, or 29-inches Overall Depth: 46-inches 45-1/2-inches (With Front Riggings) Seat Width: 14, 16, 18, 19, 20 or 22-inches 16, 18, 20 or 22-inches Seat Depth: 16, 17 and 18-inches 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20-inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR** (By Frame Styl[...]

Part No. 1056953 9 9000 Series Section 1 - General Guidelines includes the following: Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants Stability - All Models Stability - Recliner Option ONLY Operating Information Tire Pressure Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs INFORMATION FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ ASSISTANTS WA[...]

9000 Series 10 Part No. 1056953 SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES STABILITY - ALL MODELS WARNING The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one (1)[...]

Part No. 1056953 11 9000 Series WARNING (CONTINUED) ANTI-TIPPERS (CONTINUED) Seat-to-floor angle of 6°: If changing the seat-to-floor angle to 6° , anti-tippers MUST be installed. STABILITY - RECLINER MODELS ONLY WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be installed. DO NOT operate without anti-tippers. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable BEFORE usin[...]

9000 Series 12 Part No. 1056953 WARNING (CONTINUED) DO NOT TRAVERSE, CLIMB or GO DOWN ramps or slopes greater than 9°. DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil film. DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to tip over and cause bod[...]

Part No. 1056953 13 9000 Series TIRE PRESSURE WARNING DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm. The recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire. Replacement of a pneumatic tire[...]

9000 Series 14 Part No. 1056953 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and tech- niques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and [...]

Part No. 1056953 15 9000 Series WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. Always verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure PRIOR to use when an assistant is used to prop[...]

9000 Series 16 Part No. 1056953 REACHING, LEANING AND BENDING - FORWARD WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. REACHING, LEANING - BACKWA[...]

Part No. 1056953 17 9000 Series Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes. Place foot on the step tube and begin to tilt the wheelchair toward you. Apply a continuous down- ward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. At this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution[...]

9000 Series 18 Part No. 1056953 STAIRWAYS WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat/chest positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT/CHEST POSITIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the Seat/Chest Positioning Strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the Seat/Chest Positioning Strap as an additional safeguard for the whee[...]

Part No. 1056953 19 9000 Series UNFOLDING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR WARNING Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury. DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheel- chair unless it is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into the side frame H-blocks. Unfolding. 1. Open the wheelchair by grasping the armrest of the wheel[...]

9000 Series 20 Part No. 1056953 Folding "Hammock or Sling Seat" Models. 1. 9000 XT RECLINERS ONLY - Detach one end of the spreader bar from the side frame. Refer to STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR in SECTION 9 of this manual. 2. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair. 3. Pivot footplates upward to vert[...]

Part No. 1056953 21 9000 Series SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any o[...]

9000 Series 22 Part No. 1056953 SECTION 2 SAFETY INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attachment[...]

Part No. 1056953 23 9000 Series CAUTION As with any vehicle, the rear wheels, casters and tires should be checked periodi- cally for cracks and wear, and should be replaced i f damaged. 5. The rear wheels, casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced by a qualified technician if damaged. NOTE: Tire we[...]

9000 Series 24 Part No. 1056953 SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT RIGGINGS Section 3 - Front Riggings includes the following: Installing/Removing/Using the Footrest/Legrest Footrest Height Adjustment Impact Guards/Calf Strap Heel Loop Replacement Raising/Lowering the Elevating Legrest Assembly WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFOR[...]

Part No. 1056953 25 9000 Series FIGURE 3 - IMPACT GUARDS/CALF STRAP Calf Strap IMPACT GUARDS/CALF STRAP (FIGURE 3) (FIGURE 3) (FIGURE 3) (FIGURE 3) (FIGURE 3) 1. Remove impact guard/calf strap from packaged container if not already secured to the footrest. 2. Secure one (1) impact guard to the each footrest. NOTE: Ensure the upper portion of the im[...]

9000 Series 26 Part No. 1056953 SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT RIGGINGS HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 4) 1. Pull the cam lock lever UP to the UNLOCKED position. 2. Push IN the release buttons and re- move the lower footrest assembly. 3. Remove the mounting screw, spacer and locknut that secure the heel loop to the footrest. 4. Remove EXISTING heel [...]

Part No. 1056953 27 9000 Series SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT RIGGINGS RAISING/LOWERING THE ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 5) WARNING Ensure hands and fingers are clear of elevating legrest mechanism BE- FORE pushing release lever to lower the elevating legrest. Otherwise injury may occur due to pinch points. The wheelchair users leg MUST b[...]

9000 Series 28 Part No. 1056953 SECTION 4 ARMS ARMS Section 4 - Arms includes the following: Adjusting Armrest Height Swing-Back Arms Replacing Desk/Full Length Armrest Pad and or Clothing Guards (Fixed Height Arms Only) Removing or Replacing Armrest Converting From Space Saver to Conventional Arms or Conventional to Space Saver Arms (9000 XT/XDT W[...]

Part No. 1056953 29 9000 Series NOTE: Armrest release lever MUST be in the unlocked position when placing armrest into the arm sockets. 4. Lock the swing-back arms by rotating the armrest release lever towards the inside of the wheelchair. REPLACING DESK/FULL LENGTH ARMREST PAD AND/OR CLOTHING GUARDS (FIXED HEIGHT ARMS ONLY) (FIGURE 3) ARMREST PAD [...]

9000 Series 30 Part No. 1056953 Arm Socket ( INSIDE of Wheelchair Frame) Hex Screw Locknut Left Side of Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 5 - CONVERTING FROM SPACE SAVER TO CONVENTIONAL ARMS OR CONVENTIONAL TO SPACE SAVER ARMS (9000 XT/XDT WHEELCHAIRS) Right Side of Wheelchair Frame SPACE SAVER ARM POSITION CONVENTIONAL ARM POSITION Hex Screw Locknut Arm Soc[...]

Part No. 1056953 31 9000 Series Section 5 - Seat and Back includes the following: Replacing the Seat Upholstery Replacing the Back Upholstery Adjusting the Back Height, Back Angle or Seat Depth Adjusting the Seat Width WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise[...]

9000 Series 32 Part No. 1056953 SEAT AND BACK SECTION 5 REPLACING THE BACK UPHOLSTERY SCREW ON BACK UPHOLSTERY - 9000 SL (FIGURE 2) 1. Flip swing back arms up and out of the way. Refer to SWING-BACK ARMS in SECTION 4 of this manual. 2. Remove the six (6) mounting screws and washers that secure the EXISTING back upholstery to the back canes. 3. Cut [...]

Part No. 1056953 33 9000 Series ADJUSTING THE SEAT WIDTH WARNING Adjusting the seat width of the 9000SL, 9000XT, 9000XDT MUST be performed by a qualified technician. ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT, BACK ANGLE OR SEAT DEPTH WARNING The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, anti-ti[...]

9000 Series 34 Part No. 1056953 Section 6 - Rear Wheels includes the following: Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise[...]

Part No. 1056953 35 9000 Series 4. To reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-3. NOTE: Make sure axle spacer is between rear wheel and wheelchair frame if wheelchair is equipped with conventional arms. WARNING Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axle are fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair[...]

9000 Series 36 Part No. 1056953 REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM (FIGURE 2) WARNING If the wheelchair is equipped with permanent axles, this procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician. 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. For non-recliner models, refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual. For 9000XT [...]

Part No. 1056953 37 9000 Series ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE (FIGURE 3) WARNING NEVER use quick-release axles on the 9000 XT (models with offset axle option ONLY), 9000XDT or 9000XT RECLINER wheelchairs. 1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOV- ING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.[...]

9000 Series 38 Part No. 1056953 Section 7 - Front Casters includes the following: Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-inch Front Casters and Forks Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube Front Caster Mounting Adjustments WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherw[...]

Part No. 1056953 39 9000 Series FRONT CASTER MOUNTING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Front caster mounting adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE/TUBE WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be performed by a quali- fied technician. CAUTION As with any vehicl[...]

9000 Series 40 Part No. 1056953 Section 8 - Anti-tippers/Wheel Locks includes the following: Installing/Adjusting the Anti-Tippers Using/Adjusting the Patient Operated Wheel Locks WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach- ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. NOTE: Th[...]

Part No. 1056953 41 9000 Series SECTION 8 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS ADJUSTING (FIGURE 2) 1. Press the release buttons on the wheeled portion of the anti-tipper and slide it up or down to achieve the 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance. 2. Check to make sure that the release buttons are fully engaged in adjustment holes. NOTE: Refer to[...]

9000 Series 42 Part No. 1056953 USING/ADJUSTING THE PATIENT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS USING THE PATIENT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 3) WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES. NOTE: The push or pull to lock wheel locks are also an option on the 9000XT Recliner. 1. Ensure the wheelchair is not [...]

Part No. 1056953 43 9000 Series SECTION 8 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS 4. Securely tighten the bolt and locknut or socket screws securing the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame. 5. Engage the wheel lock. 6. Measure the distance the wheel lock is embedded into the tire as shown in DETA IL "A" of FIGURE 4. NOTE: Any whe[...]

9000 Series 44 Part No. 1056953 Section 9 - Recliner includes the following: Recliner Operation Replacing the Headrest Pillow Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery Adjusting Headrest/Back Upholstery Tension Adjusting the Seat Depth Adjusting the Seat Width Storing/Replacing the Spreader Bar Installing the Anti-Tippers Removing/Installing the Rear Whee[...]

Part No. 1056953 45 9000 Series FIGURE 1 - RECLINER OPERATION Release Handle Level Surface Level Surface RECLINED POSITION UPRIGHT POSITION Wheelchair Wheelchair Release Handle Push Handle WARNING (CONTINUED) LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - DO NOT attempt to recline or incline the wheel- chair back without occupant. Back will raise ABRUPTLY and cause injury[...]

9000 Series 46 Part No. 1056953 REPLACING THE HEADREST PILLOW (FIGURE 2) 1. Unfasten straps of headrest pillow from behind headrest upholstery. 2. Secure straps of NEW headrest pillow onto fastening strips located on back of headrest upholstery. REPLACING THE HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 3) HEADREST UPHOLSTERY 1. Remove the headrest pillow. Ref[...]

Part No. 1056953 47 9000 Series ADJUSTING HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY TENSION (FIGURE 4) 1. Rotate the spreader bar either: COUNTERCLOCKWISE (away from back upholstery) to LOOSEN back/headrest upholstery. OR CLOCKWISE (towards back uphol- stery) to TIGHTEN back/headrest upholstery. Back Upholstery FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY TENSION [...]

9000 Series 48 Part No. 1056953 R E C L I N E R STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR STORING (FIGURE 5) NOTE: The 9000XT RECLINER is folded for either storage or transporting. One side of the spreader bar must be removed and placed in a vertical position along side the recliner tube. Removing From The Stored Position. 1. Rotate the end of the spreade[...]

Part No. 1056953 49 9000 Series SECTION 9 RECLINER RECLINER INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIPPERS (FIGURE 15) 1. Install the anti-rattles onto the rear frame tubes if not already in place. 2. Position the anti-tippers with the anti- tipper wheels pointing toward the ground/floor 3. Press the release buttons IN. 4. Insert the anti-tippers into the rear frame [...]

9000 Series 50 Part No. 1056953 RECLINER SECTION 9 RECLINER REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS NOTE: If replacing the same size rear wheel, this procedure is performed. WARNING If changing the size of the rear wheel or if a change in the SEAT-TO- FLOOR HEIGHT is desired, this procedure must be performed by a qualified technician. WITH PATIENT OPER[...]

Part No. 1056953 51 9000 Series USING/ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS NOTE: For Using and/or Adjusting of Patient Oper- ated Wheel Locks, refer to USING/ADJUSTING THE PATIENT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS in SECTION 8 of this manual. USING ATTENDANT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 10) WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. WHEEL LOC[...]

9000 Series 52 Part No. 1056953 SECTION 9 RECLINER RECLINER INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD HOLDER (FIGURE 12) 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/ INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual. 2. Remove the locknut and hex screw that secure the arm socket to the wheelc[...]

Part No. 1056953 53 9000 Series INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD SUPPORT TUBE (FIGURE 14) NOTE: The I.V. rod holder must already be mounted to the side frame of the wheelchair. 1. Insert the I.V. rod support tube into the rear cylinder of the I.V. rod holder. NOTE: When installing the I.V. rod support tube, ensure the adjustment knob is pointing[...]

9000 Series 54 Part No. 1056953 OPTIONS SECTION 10 OPTIONS Section 10 - Options includes the following: Installing/Cleaning the Telescoping I.V. Rod/O 2 Holders Installing the Solid Folding Seat Installing the Crutch and Cane Carrier Installing the Amputee Bracket - Super Hemi Models Only Installing the Amputee Bracket - All Models Except Super Hem[...]

Part No. 1056953 55 9000 Series INSTALLING THE SOLID FOLDING SEAT (FIGURE 2) 1. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY in SECTION 5 of this manual. 2. Slide solid folding seat with the seat brackets attached over the crossbraces. 3. Position the seat brackets in between the H-blocks of the se[...]

9000 Series 56 Part No. 1056953 OPTIONS SECTION 10 OPTIONS INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - SUPER HEMI MODELS ONLY (FIGURE 4) 1. Remove the plug button or anti-tipper from the step tube of the wheelchair frame. 2. Slide the amputee attachment over the step tube of the wheelchair. 3. Secure the amputee attachment to the wheelchair with the hew screw[...]

Part No. 1056953 57 9000 Series INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - ALL MODELS EXCEPT SUPER HEMI 9000SL/XT (FIGURE 5) 1. Refer to the following chart or FIGURE 5 to determine the mounting position of the amputee bracket: REAR VIEW OF AMPUTEE BRACKET Axle Spacer Towards OUTSIDE of Wheelchair RIGHT LEFT Axle Spacer Towards OUTSIDE of Wheelchair BRACKET [...]

9000 Series 58 Part No. 1056953 9000XDT (FIGURE 6) 1. Refer to the following chart or FIGURE 6 to determine the mounting position of the amputee bracket: 2. Install the amputee bracket on the wheelchair frame to the position determined in STEP 1. NOTE: Make sure the axle spacer is pointing towards the outside of the wheelchair. 3. Install the two ([...]

Part No. 1056953 59 9000 Series LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights whi[...]

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